Machine Operator - 2nd Shift M-F

Michael Foods; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Norwalk, Iowa is searching for a motivated individual to join their team. The role involves setting up and cleaning production equipment, conducting quality checks, monitoring freezer operations, and maintaining food safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, along with forklift experience and basic computer skills. The position requires adherence to safety policies, making it ideal for those looking to enhance their careers in a dynamic environment where quality is paramount.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months related experience and/or training or equivalent.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean all equipment prior to scheduled start time.
• Perform quality checks on produced products.
• Monitor operations, checking for ice buildup.

Skills

Forklift experience

Intermediate level of computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Norwalk, Iowa is a southern suburb in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. We are known for knowing our neighbors and enjoying a great quality of life! Our location produces high quality precooked egg patties as well as various French Toast products.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean, if necessary, all equipment including, oven depositors, pumps, contherms, box machines, packaging machine, and any other equipment prior to the scheduled start time to ensure on time start-ups.
• Perform quality checks on product being produced, recording information on RedZone and make necessary system adjustments to ensure customer and company specifications are being met.
• Monitor spiral freezer operations checking for ice buildup on the belts and coils, taking action to correct the problems to maximize the quality and increase the length of the production run.
• Perform necessary sanitation duties as required to get the system back up and running in a set time period.
• Troubleshoot equipment that is not running effectively.
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education Experience and Skills Required

• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Intermediate level of computer/technological skills.
• Forklift experience.

Preferred Education, Experience And Skills

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.